Red cards could prevent Balotelli from rejoining Italy squad (The Associated Press)

Mario Balotelli's chances of returning to Italy's national team have not been helped by three red cards in the French league. Italy team manager Gabriele Oriali reminded reporters Tuesday of the squad's code of ethics. Italy coach Gian Piero Ventura had said he would talk to Balotelli about the possibility of joining the team before the Azzurri's matches next month.